Former staple Synonyms

Definitions for Former


  • (adjective) having been such at some previous time
  • (adjective) going before another in time or order
  • (noun) the first of two or the first mentioned of two

Definitions for Staple


  • (noun) the main or greater part of something as distinguished from its subordinate parts
  • (noun) material suitable for manufacture or use or finishing
  • (noun) (usually plural) a necessary commodity for which demand is constant